Joel Kin
About Joel Kin
Joel Kin is a Principal iOS Engineer with a background in Fine Arts and Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University. He has extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in enhancing user experience on Apple devices through advanced graphics and animation technologies.
Work at Handshake
Joel Kin has been serving as a Principal iOS Engineer at Handshake since 2019. In this role, he focuses on developing software solutions that enhance user experience on Apple devices. His work involves utilizing advanced graphics and animation technologies to create intuitive interfaces. Kin's expertise in iPhone development, particularly with Objective-C and Swift, contributes to the effectiveness of the projects he leads.
Education and Expertise
Joel Kin holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science, both from Carnegie Mellon University. He studied there from 2001 to 2006, gaining a solid foundation in both creative and technical disciplines. This diverse educational background supports his current focus on enhancing user experience through advanced graphics and animation technologies.
Background
Kin's early education includes attending Taylor Allderdice from 1997 to 2001. He began his professional career with an internship at TiVo in 2003, followed by roles at Apple Inc. as a Quartz Intern and later as a Quartz Engineer. He co-founded Spaceman Labs, Inc. in 2012, where he worked until 2016, and subsequently served as a Senior Visual Software Engineer at MeLLmo Inc. from 2008 to 2012.
Technical Skills
Joel Kin specializes in iPhone development, leveraging his skills in Objective-C and Swift. He has extensive experience in utilizing Realm and UIKit for software engineering projects. His technical expertise also includes Core Animation and Core Graphics, which he employs to develop user interfaces that prioritize user experience and visual appeal.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Joel Kin has accumulated diverse experience in software engineering. He has worked at notable companies including Apple Inc., where he contributed to projects as both an intern and a full-time engineer. His role as Co-Founder at Spaceman Labs, Inc. allowed him to apply his technical skills in a startup environment, while his position at MeLLmo Inc. focused on visual software engineering.